Allergy Testing in Fort Lauderdale

Discovering the cause of your allergies is a crucial step toward finding lasting relief. At SFENTA in Fort Lauderdale, our experienced allergy doctor can perform reliable, safe tests to identify what triggers an allergic reaction in your body through blood or skin prick testing. With accurate results, you're one step closer to finally experiencing a reprieve from common allergens in Fort Lauderdale.

Don't hesitate to contact us if you need allergy testing in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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What are the methods for allergy testing?

Allergy tests can be conducted in two ways - through a blood test or skin test. During the former, we draw only a tiny sample of your blood to identify antibodies indicating an allergy. At the same time, for the latter, potential allergens are placed on or beneath your skin and monitored to observe if any reactions arise.

What allergies can be discovered with allergy testing?

Are you curious to identify the allergies in your life? Allergy testing can reveal common triggers like specific foods, dust, latex, insect bites and stings, mold spores, pet dander, pollen particles, and certain medications. With some insight into what causes your reaction, you can arm yourself with appropriate relief for allergy symptoms.

What are some of the benefits of allergy testing?

Allergy testing offers countless advantages in a short amount of time, granting you better peace of mind concerning known and unknown allergens.

These tests will provide you with vital information to keep yourself safe and healthy, giving you extra comfort when managing your allergies.

Why choose SFENTA for your allergy testing?

SFENTA of Fort Lauderdale is an internationally renowned allergy testing and treatment provider offering cutting-edge solutions to South Florida residents. Our office utilizes the most advanced technology, and our customized treatments are tailored to meet your specific needs. Stop by today for a consultation with one of our experienced specialists.

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Am I a good candidate for allergy testing?

If you are suffering from persistent allergy symptoms, such as skin reactions like rashes or hives, runny nose, congestion, sneezing, and coughing, then considering an allergy test may be the right choice for you. Our practitioners will evaluate your case to determine whether allergy testing is a good fit for your situation or if another treatment option could be more suitable.

What is the process for blood allergy tests?

Blood allergy testing can offer invaluable insight. The test requires a small quantity of blood to be drawn and sent to the laboratory for analysis. During this time, immunoglobulin E (IgE) levels are evaluated – higher IgE values often suggest an individual suffers from either allergic or asthmatic reactions. In most cases, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) is used in this type of testing, offering accurate results that will help determine what potentially triggers your allergies.

What is the process for a skin allergy test?

We will begin by disinfecting your chosen site (back or arm).
Next, we apply tiny droplets of potential allergens directly onto your skin's surface.
Once those have been applied, a needle is used to prick and penetrate each allergen beneath the skin - alternatively, it may be injected directly into the test site.
After 15 minutes, we evaluate any signs of redness/itching present on the treated area - this will help us determine which substances caused an allergic reaction.